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Why Do I love Spring So Much?

It’s that time of year – Spring Time, although the weather in Cape Town, does not seem to be playing along but as “they” say: life must go on. So regardless of any weather forecast, come the 1^st September I am ready to say hello to spring and bid adieu to winter! To kick off my boots and winter woollies, in favour of Havianna’s and shorts! 8)

Why do I love spring so much?

I love spring almost as much as I love pink – as I have said before it is a weird obsession! (Thankfully I have girls who also love pink) I think pink, for me, is reminiscent of all the delicate little buds blossoming.

I love spring because it is the season that I met the love of my life – my season of love, need I say anymore!

I Love spring because for me it symbolises new beginnings – like the shedding of your old self and starting anew – at the end of winter you see the “birth” of new life all around you, how can that not excite you!

So regardless of what the weather may bring our way, join me in celebrating the season of new life!

Happy Spring Day!

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My Spaces – Home-grown Beauty

The philosophy I am trying to adopt for my life is, not to lose sight of the beauty that surrounds me, to be mindful of it and thankful for it every day. I am extremely fortunate to live, in my opinion, one of the most beautiful cities in the world – Cape Town! The suburb that we live in is more of a “country hamlet” than a “suburban metropolis” – much more suited to peaceful living.

Living in the “country” has its cons, one of which is the travelling. We have often considered moving closer to the girl’s school, as we are quite far away, but then all you need to do is wake up in the morning and look out at the sea. You instantly forget about the travelling issues you may have.

I decided to take a leisurely, rather introspective, stroll around the garden the other day, a sunny winter’s day -to enjoy the splendour that is literally in my “back garden”. I did not pass up the photo-op that presented itself and took a few photographs. I was amazed at the magnificence in a simple Daisy bush and the wonder of a humble butterfly.

So I hope you enjoy my “Home-grown” beauty as much as I did!

All Images: ©FAR Photography by Super Mom

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Remember to Enjoy the "Little" Things

Some times in all the busyness and mayhem that life brings, we forget to appreciate and enjoy the simple pleasures that life has to offer. So do not overlook the “small” things in your haste to achieve the “big things”, you may miss something vitally important.

Take time out, to stop and ‘smell the flowers’ or simply take a walk on the beach! Have a great week!

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"My Spaces" – West Coast Sunset

On our last trip up the West Coast, of Cape Town, we visited the seaside town of Langebaan. Which we frequent because of the lovely beach-side cafes and restaurant’s to dine in. We were fortunate enough to witness, an extraordinary sunset when we arrived; I grabbed the opportunity and shot some wonderful photographs. I love capturing sunsets; there is something truly magical about them and I am always left in awe of the magnitude of beauty that surrounds us.

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When does real life begin?

What amazes me daily, is the shear ‘cost of living’ and I am not talking about the monetary cost. It is quite easy, to try and sail through life without a care in the world but is that really living? Without a doubt if you really want to experience all life has to offer – you cannot expect to have an easy ride and for it not to ‘cost you’ emotionally.

I said to my husband just the other day: it seems as if we are being stretched to our limits but I know that it is only through this process, can we come to the place of true fulfilment. As I have said many times before, God will never give you more than you can bear, even though it sometimes feels like we may break. If we are never challenged, how we will realise our true potential.

So if you feel that you are out of your comfort zone, do not doubt that this is the place you are meant to be – because that is where, really ‘living’ begins.

Have a great Monday!